Arriving in Manchester
Every day, up to 143 trains depart from Manchester Airport and arrive in Manchester, with the shortest journey taking 13m minutes.
Book the cheap train tickets from Manchester Airport to Manchester
It doesn’t need to be difficult to find cheap train tickets from Manchester Airport to Manchester. If you know where to look and how to take advantage of available discounts and travel options, then saving money with Trip.com becomes second nature. Here are some of our top tips to help you save money on your train travel.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16-25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each designed to cater to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Travelling during off-peak hours
Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets and can be used on services that are less busy, typically outside the morning and evening rush hours. If your schedule allows flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Manchester Airport to Manchester can result in significant cost savings. In most cities and large towns, off-peak time usually starts at 09:30 from Monday to Friday. In other areas, off-peak time typically begins at 09:00.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%
How to make your journey from Manchester Airport to Manchester cheaper? One option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from A to B, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket.
*Prices are dynamic and subject to change. Ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class. Prices shown do not include split ticket and Railcard discounts.